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Hiking : Chemin des Cascades

France Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Isère

Patrice Dardoize

Patrice Dardoize

Patrice Dardoize

Patrice Dardoize

Patrice Dardoize

This hiking route takes you through the picturesque area of Chemin des Cascades, offering a total distance of approximately 4.093 kilometers with an elevation gain of 375 meters. The estimated duration for completing this moderate difficulty hike is about 1 hour and 53 minutes.

As you start your journey, you will come across the Parking du Pré Molard, located right at the beginning of the trail. Make sure to park your vehicle here before embarking on the hike.

Further along the trail, at a distance of 1.66 kilometers from the start, you will find the Fontaine du Habert des Sabottes, a drinking water point perfect for refilling your water bottle. Nearby, only 29.882957418826138 meters away, is the Habert des Sabottes wilderness hut, where you can take a rest and enjoy the serene surroundings.

Around the midway point of the hike, at 1.06 kilometers from the start, you will reach the Refuge du Pré du Mollard, an alpine hut, although not directly on the trail. This spot offers a great resting place with some distance away. Additionally, the Refuge du Pré du Mollard information point is also located nearby.

At the endpoint of the trail, 2.05 kilometers from the start, you will find a viewpoint called Refuge du Pré du Mollard, offering a stunning vista of the surrounding scenery. Additionally, make sure to visit the Source de Font du Clos, a natural spring located right at the beginning of the trail.

Remember to bring an adequate supply of water, as well as snacks, and check the weather forecast before heading out on this beautiful hike along Chemin des Cascades.